Top 10 Best Places to Visit in Spain

Last Updated on July 22, 2024 by Mrunal & Jiten

Spain stands 3rd for the number of tourists it receives every year. If Flamenco and bullfighting are not major attractions, there are its rich cultural heritage, delicious food like Paella and Taps and iconic landmarks such as Alhambra inviting tourists to spend a fabulous vacation.

Top 10 Best Places to Visit in Spain

Barcelona 

It is the cultural capital of the country of Spain, a Mediterranean city with great Beaches.

Some landmarks you should explore here are Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo’, Gothic Quarter, Picasso Museum, Palace of Catalan Music and Basilica de Santa Maria del, Park Guell and Casa Mila – La Pedrera.

Barcelona is the best place to enjoy Catalan dishes such as Fideua, Pa amb Tomquet, Esqueixada, Escalivada, Suquet de Peix, Escudella d’Olla, Arros Negre, Mandonguilles amb Sipia and Canelons.

Madrid

It is the capital city of Spain. Historical as well as modern its top landmarks are Plaza De Oriente, Plaza Mayor, Gran Via, and the Retiro Park.

This city is also a capital for great food, fashion and vibrant nightlife.

The traditional bars compete with contemporary restaurants and luxury shops on the Golden Mile compete with 100-year-old bookshops. The night is aglow with live music keeping you on your toes until the sun is up. 

Mallorca

Mallorca or Majorca is popular for its lovely coastline, water sports, limestone mountains, architecture, wineries and farm produce.

Palma the capital has astounding Spanish architectural buildings such as Palma Museum of Municipal History, Bellver Castle, Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma Royal Charter house, and the Gothic Roman church. It also has high-end shopping avenues and engaging street cafes.

Do not miss the walkthrough tours to the gorgeous secluded caves such as Coves del Drach and Dels Hams. 

Your trip to Mallorca is not complete if you have not visited the famous beaches like Cala Mesquida Beach and Cala Torta. Soller’s vintage wooden tram is a must-travel for heritage lovers. Finally take a roving one-day trip on the Sa Calobra road with numerous hair-pins, scenic views and animal sightings. 

Costa Brava

This region stretches from the French border to the town of Blanes. Along the coast, it has some amazing Beaches, natural parks and vineyards. The turquoise waters here can be explored via Kayaking or yacht cruise. Explore the lush and calm countryside with an e-bike. 

Travel through the idyllic villages and wineries in the Emporda Wine region for some wine testing.

Salvador Dali, the famous surrealist artist, grew up in Costa Brava. Discover his legacy at the Dali House Museum in Port Lligat.

Canary Islands

It is a beach destination as well as an adventurers’ paradise. Intermittent your trip with lazing at the beach and being hyper on adventure sports in this cluster of Spanish islands off the northwestern coast of Africa. 

You can indulge in surfing, scuba diving, kayaking, whale watching, and snorkelling in the calm blue waters near the Playa del Jablillo and Playa Bastian beaches. 

Parque Nacional del Teide is one of the four natural parks here with 3^rd largest volcano. At Timanfaya National Park one can take camel rides through paths with unique rock formations that resemble the Moon’s crater surface.

Ronda

Ronda is located in Malaga province on a mountain plateau. It is known both for its natural beauty and historical monuments. 

Puente Nuevo Bridge is built on a 100-meter-deep El Tajo Gorge and the Guadalevin River. Plaza Duquesa de Parcent and Plaza del Socorro and 12-13 century Arab Baths are some historical spots to visit here.

The tradition of the famous Spanish bullfighting originated in Ronda. You can visit the oldest bullring and see the bull stables, arena and grandstand at Bullring Plaza de Toros de Ronda de la Real Maestranza. The nearby museum has exhibits that show the evolution of in bullfighting over the years.

Granda

Granda is the capital of the Province of Granda. It is cooler compared to the northern states of Spain and offers great options for adventure and nightlife to northerners as well as the local student population.

It is steeped in history and on a walking tour you will find many Moorish and Catholic monuments such as Alhambra Palace and Nasrid Palace.

History buffs can head to the Archaeological Museum of Granda showcasing the history of the area from the Palaeolithic period to the Roman and Arab invasion via numerous artefacts.

Hike in Sierra Nevada, a National Park and Biosphere reserve. Enjoy Flamenco in Sacromonte, which is the heart of this art form. 

Enjoy local cuisine of Plato Alpujarreno, potatoes, Chorizo, sausage and sweet peppers, Sobrasada, aubergine moussaka and migas in the local cafes here.

Seville

Seville was founded as a Roman city and has 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites. This city thrived between 711 to 1248 CE and landmarks such as Giralda and Alcazare are testimony to Moorish architecture and design.

You can buy Flamenco dresses in souvenir shops as a memory for visiting this place. 

This place has influenced so many operas, movies and books. Bizmet’s Carmen, Mozart’s Don Giovanni, Beethoven’s Fidelio, Rossinis’ The Barber of Seville, and Verdi’s La Forza De Destino are the results of the creator’s love for this place. 

Parts of Game of Thrones, Knight and Day and Lawrence of Arabia have been filmed in this very city. So do not miss this amazing location in Spain.

Valencia

Valencia is a less crowded and quieter place than other Spanish cities. One of the best places to visit here is the Turia Garden with cycling tracks, a garden area and themed gardens. 

The older part of the city has historical monuments such as Plaza de la Reina and Miguelete Tower while Fallas Museum and National Ceramic Museum are must-visit spots. 

San Sebastian

This place is located on the northern coast of the Basque Country. 

La Concha Beach is for the tan seekers and Zurriola Beach has lots of surfers. If you love hiking the trails, then Monte Urgull and Monte Igueldos’ trails are perfect for you.

Nightfall is the time for Pintxo barhopping to the city centre at Parte Vieja.

When to go

The best time to visit Spain is from March to May which is the spring season and September to November which is the Autumn season

How to Reach

There are no direct flights. You have to take an Egypt Air flight from Delhi via Cairo Airport to Madrid airport.

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